Our Instructors

Dr. Dee is a mindfulness facilitator with a profound commitment to mental health and substance use treatment. With a doctoral level education specializing in mental health and substance use treatment, Dr. Dee brings inimitable expertise to her practice. Grounded in her own dedicated mindfulness journey spanning over 30 years, Dr. Dee personifies the principles she teaches. Her personal practice serves as the foundation for her work, infusing authenticity and depth into every interaction.

Over the past decade, Dr. Dee has conducted mindfulness workshops for both professional and lay communities. Her workshops offer practical tools and profound insights, guiding participants towards greater self-awareness and inner peace.

With a unique background in Buddhist counseling, Dr. Dee integrates ancient wisdom with modern therapeutic approaches. This holistic approach fosters healing and growth on a profound level, addressing the interconnectedness of mind, body, and spirit.

Dr. Dee's is dedicated to empowering individuals to cultivate resilience, balance, and well-being in their lives. 

Dr. Dee, a Counselor Educator, currently holds a faculty position at Metro State University's Human Services Department, actively instructing in the Cooccurring Disorders Recovery Counseling Master's program. Previously, she served as adjunct faculty at MSU, Mankato, teaching in the MS Counseling and Student Personnel program. Dr. Dee integrates mindfulness into her teaching pedagogy and has led mindfulness-based training sessions for counselor trainees and professionals. Her research focuses on mindfulness and indigenous healing practices, reflecting her commitment to fostering multicultural competence in her students.

In addition to her academic role, Dr. Dee is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in MN, with prior experience as a mental health clinician in the community. She is trained in mindfulness-based cognitive and behavioral approaches, incorporating these practices into her therapeutic work to provide lifelong benefits for her clients.

Sathi is a revered mindfulness facilitator with over 37 years of unwavering dedication to personal mindfulness practice. His journey has been marked by a profound commitment to sharing the transformative power of meditation and mindful living with communities around the world.

For the past 35 years, Sathi has conducted mindfulness workshops for both professional and lay communities, leaving an indelible impact on all who have had the privilege of attending. His adept leadership in retreats and engaging talks captivates audiences, offering deep insights and practical guidance on the path to inner peace.

With a background in Buddhist knowledge, Sathi brings a depth of wisdom to his teachings, drawing upon the rich tapestry of Buddhist traditions. His passion lies in discerning the common essence that unites all schools of Buddhism, emphasizing the transformative potential of meditation as a path to enlightenment.

Since establishing himself in Minnesota, Sathi has been a steadfast advocate for spiritual growth and unity among practitioners from diverse backgrounds. His presence serves as a beacon of wisdom and guidance, inspiring countless individuals on their journeys towards inner peace and connection with the teachings of Buddha.

Sathi's life is a testament to compassion, wisdom, and dedicated service to humanity. His profound teachings continue to enrich the spiritual landscape of the United States, leaving a lasting legacy of profound insight and inspiration.